Jeff Koenings, the head of WDFW, had a letter to the editor in the Olympian explaining the policy. He stated that it is Federal law to record the SSN of ANY license applicant, including Fish and Game Licenses. The idea behind it is to deny licenses to deadbeat parents.

My only question is: If the person in question is ALREADY violating a court order to pay child support, what makes them think they'll suddenly become law-abiding citizens when it comes to getting a license?

[ 07-28-2001: Message edited by: Dan S. ]
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